The Bill Simmons Podcast Part 1: Scary Brooklyn, Trae's Leap, Milwaukee's Moment, and the Smart Conundrum With Ryen Russillo
May 31, 2021
Ryen Russillo, a sports analyst and co-host at The Ringer, joins to dive into the thrilling Round 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference playoffs. They analyze the Brooklyn Nets' impressive victory over the Celtics, touching on Boston's tough offseason decisions. The duo also dissects the Milwaukee Bucks' sweep of the Miami Heat and what lies ahead for both teams. As attention shifts to the competitive dynamics between the 76ers and Wizards, the conversation highlights Trae Young's standout performance and the challenges facing the Knicks.
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Nets' Dominance
- The Nets dominated the Celtics in Game 4, showcasing their offensive potential.
- This was only their 12th game with their full Big 3, against an undermanned Celtics team.
Nets' Game 3 Loss
- The Nets' Game 3 loss was an anomaly due to Tatum's exceptional performance and their own complacency.
- The Celtics showed more fight than expected, but the Nets' talent disparity was too significant.
Tatum's Performance
- Tatum's Game 3 performance was one of his best, showcasing improved inside-out game and double-team solutions.
- Despite playing well in Game 4, the lack of support from teammates highlighted the Nets' dominance.